It’s tough to find decent yield in an overpriced equities market. That’s why so many people look to us for new ways to boost returns in their portfolio; everyone wants a new method, a new strategy. And while I’m definitely looking at new ideas all the time, there’s something to be said for time-tested strategies that have brought wealth to patient and cautious investors.

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